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Nothing but iconic hits that defined an era! 2000s classics popular on TikTok

Music writer / guitarist / Certified web writing practitionerHoshino Takashi
Drawing on over 30 years of experience with guitars and bands since my high school days, I specialize in music-related articles and have handled many feature pieces to date. While my tastes lean toward genres like hard rock and heavy metal since I first picked up the guitar, I make a point of listening to a wide range of styles, both Japanese and Western, on a daily basis. I began working as a freelance writer in 2018. I hold a Web Writing Practical Certification, and in addition to writing, I’m also studying video editing. In my private life, I’m raising an elementary school child and stay active while supporting their extracurriculars, such as parkour and dance.

In recent years, thanks to the rise of subscriptions and social media, we’ve seen not only the latest tracks but also songs from the Showa and Heisei eras make a comeback as revival hits.

As we’re reminded that a great song remains great no matter the era, it also feels like a new movement in the J-POP scene that dance and vocal videos are being created through the sensibilities of younger generations.

This time, we’ll introduce standout hits from the 2000s that went viral on TikTok—especially a space where younger people share and discover information.

Nothing but classic hits that defined an era! Iconic 2000s songs popular on TikTok (11–20)

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This is Porno Graffitti’s fourth single, distinguished by a Latin-tinged sound and a melody that evokes nostalgia.

Also used in Otsuka Pharmaceutical’s “Pocari Sweat” commercial, it was released in September 2000 and reached No.

1 on the Oricon chart.

The lyrics, themed around parting, nostalgia, and longing, convey the pain of heartbreak and the emotion of etching memories of love into one’s heart.

The bright, breezy acoustic guitar is pleasantly uplifting, yet—as the title suggests—imbued with a sense of melancholy.

It’s a perfect song for anyone who has experienced heartbreak or is trying to move on from a farewell with someone special.

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In conclusion

How was it? This time, we introduced some iconic songs from the 2000s that went viral on TikTok. Each track is nostalgic yet still feels fresh, doesn’t it? These days, you never know what will catch on, so if you keep your antenna up—including by checking articles like this—you might stumble upon something new!